The Evolution of Parenting Advice: 12 Surprising Historical Practices
8. Early Introduction to Solid Foods:
Early to mid-20th-century advice suggested feeding solids to infants as young as two days old and even introducing “grown-up drinks” like tea and coffee to babies as early as 6 or 7 months. Today, experts recommend exclusive breastfeeding or formula feeding for the first six months, followed by the gradual introduction of solids.
September 15, 2023 | 9:13 pm